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Apply an Automatic Markdown Ladder to Aging Inventory

Move stock before it goes stale with an automatic markdown ladder that increases the discount as inventory ages past set thresholds.

difficulty Advancedsetup 40 minresult Aging inventory sells through via escalating markdowns, freeing cash before it becomes dead stock.
  1. 1

    Check Inventory Age

    Add a Schedule Trigger and Code node computing how long each SKU has been in stock.

  2. 2

    Apply the Ladder

    Add a Shopify node increasing the discount as items cross age thresholds.

  3. 3

    Cap the Discount

    Add a Code node enforcing a floor so markdowns don't go below cost.

  4. 4

    Report the Actions

    Add a Slack node summarizing what was marked down.

  5. 5

    Activate and Test

    Activate the workflow with an aging test SKU. Confirm the markdown applies.

Frequently asked questions

Why a ladder instead of one markdown?

Gradual markdowns capture full-price sales first and only discount as needed to move stock.

How do I set thresholds?

Base age thresholds on each category's typical sell-through so slow movers get marked down sooner.

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